Union Bug Blog
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Mar 27, 2012 -
Air Canada Workers Express Frustration Over Denial of Basic Human Rights
The walkout of several Air Canada mechanics and ground crew at major airports across the country last Thursday and Friday was a clear expression of the frustration they feel at being denied their basic human right to bargain collectively and take job action, according to the Canadian Foundation for Labour Rights (CFLR).
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Mar 22, 2012 -
New York Follows Disturbing Trend, Cuts Public Pensions
In the continuation of a troubling trend in the United States, New York became the latest state to dramatically overhaul its pension plan against the wishes of its public employees. Last week the state legislature passed a series of measures expected to save the state $80 billion over 30 years while cutting retirement payments guaranteed to state workers.